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The Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Fisheries has defined the rules for the certification of pesticide applicators over 65 years of age.
Through Order No. 165/2026, the Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Fisheries has established the structure and evaluation methodology for the knowledge test aimed at pesticide applicators aged 65 or older, as provided for in Regional Legislative Decree No. 13/2022/M.
The evaluation, which is theoretical and practical in nature, can be carried out in written or oral form, depending on the candidate's skills, and covers topics such as label interpretation, equipment regulation, mixture preparation, and safety procedures. The test is preceded by an optional awareness session, and successful candidates will receive a certificate of aptitude for the exercise of the activity.
Ordinance No. 309/2026 introduces the first amendment to the 'Energy Efficiency 2030' system regulation, adjusting support rates and the overall financial allocation.
Order No. 310/2026 changes the amount and budgetary phasing of the business capitalization project under the Recovery and Resilience Plan, reducing the overall financial burden.
The Regional Government approved the final report defining the governance model and action axes for the future Maritime-Port Technological Hub of Madeira.